The FBI raided a Beverly Hills mansion in connection with an investigation into disgraced former California Congressman Eric Swalwell.
“I am no longer associated with a man that takes advantage of women,” — Cloobeck
FBI Raids Eric Swalwell Ally Stephen Cloobecks Mansion Overnight
- August: Swalwell is surrounded by FBI agents at San Francisco International Airport as he deboards a plane, leading to the seizure of his cellphone and laptop as part of a federal criminal investigation.
- September: The FBI executes additional warrants at Swalwell's Washington, D.C., home, where they seize other potential evidence.
Feds Raid Cloobecks Mansion Hours After Birthday Celebration
The raid on Cloobeck's mansion took place hours after he celebrated his birthday Monday at a restaurant in Malibu. It's unclear what the feds were searching for with some agents armed with high-powered rifles and wearing night-vision goggles. Cloobeck kept company servers in the home.
Swalwell's Troubles
- Multiple women have accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including one former staffer who claims he raped her when she was too intoxicated to consent.
- Another woman has accused him of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 2018.
- Two others have alleged he sent them unsolicited images of his genitals.
Cloobeck's Connection
Stephen Cloobeck spent over $1 million supporting Eric Swalwells campaign
I've been digging into the details of Stephen Cloobeck's connection to Eric Swalwell, and it's clear that their relationship goes far beyond a simple friendship. As one of Swalwell's largest benefactors, Cloobeck spent over $1 million supporting his California gubernatorial campaign. But what's even more striking is the level of access and influence Cloobeck had with Swalwell - he gave him the maximum direct contribution of $39,200 and even provided a private trip to France in 2024 for a whopping $31,000.
It's worth noting that Cloobeck's involvement with Swalwell raises questions about the extent to which his wealth and influence were used to further Swalwell's career. And now, with the FBI raid on his mansion, it seems like those questions are only going to get more pressing.
The Broader Implications of This Story
As I see it, this story is about so much more than just Eric Swalwell or Stephen Cloobeck. It's about the corrupting influence of power and wealth in our politics, and how those with the most resources can often get away with things that would land others in serious trouble. It's also about the way that women are still being silenced and marginalized in our society - multiple women have come forward accusing Swalwell of sexual misconduct, but it seems like their voices are only just starting to be heard.
I'm worried that this story is going to get lost in the noise of politics as usual. But I think we need to keep pushing for answers about what really happened here, and how we can prevent similar situations from arising in the future. The fact that the FBI was forced to raid a billionaire's mansion to get evidence suggests that there's something seriously rotten at the heart of this story.
Who's Who: The Players Involved in This Scandal
I've been trying to get my head around the complex web of relationships between Eric Swalwell, Stephen Cloobeck, and the FBI. Let me break it down for you: Eric Swalwell is a California congressman who's been accused of multiple counts of sexual misconduct by several women. Stephen Cloobeck is a billionaire who's been described as one of Swalwell's closest allies - he's given him over $1 million in campaign contributions, including the maximum direct contribution of $39,200. And then there's the FBI, which has been investigating Swalwell for months and finally raided Cloobeck's mansion to seize evidence.
What I find particularly interesting is that Cloobeck's involvement with Swalwell goes far beyond just financial support. He's given him access to his private jet, and even provided a $31,000 trip to France in 2024 for Swalwell. It's clear that Cloobeck has had significant influence over Swalwell's career - but now, it seems like that influence may have been used to further some kind of illicit agenda.
What This Story Means for Regular People
I think this story is a wake-up call for all of us. It shows just how easily power and wealth can be abused in our politics - and how those with the most resources can often get away with things that would land others in serious trouble. But it's also about something much bigger: the way that women are still being silenced and marginalized in our society. Multiple women have come forward accusing Swalwell of sexual misconduct, but their voices are only just starting to be heard.
I'm worried that this story is going to get lost in the noise of politics as usual - but I think we need to keep pushing for answers about what really happened here. We need to know how Cloobeck's wealth and influence were used to further Swalwell's career, and whether there was any kind of quid pro quo involved. And most importantly, we need to make sure that women are finally heard and believed in our society - and that those who abuse their power are held accountable.
Cloobeck was one of Swalwell's largest benefactors, spending over $1 million to support Swalwell's California gubernatorial campaign. He gave the maximum $39,200 direct contribution and provided a private $31,000 trip to France in 2024 for Swalwell.
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